Kingdom Friends

In this episode, Tim, Crystal, Nathan, and Taylor sit down for an honest conversation about apologetics—the practice of understanding and explaining the Christian faith. Together they discuss difficult questions, the reliability of Scripture, why some books are in the Bible while others are not, and why asking questions isn't a threat to faith—it's often the beginning of a stronger one. Wh...

What happens when God invites you to make room for someone you've never met? In this episode, Tim sits down with Jason to talk about becoming a host family for a foreign exchange student from France. Together they explore the excitement, fears, and faith involved in welcoming someone into your home—and how God often uses ordinary acts of hospitality to do extraordinary work. This conversation...

What really happens at youth camp? Is it all hype, loud music, and emotion—or is God genuinely transforming lives? In this episode of Kingdom Friends, Tim sits down with Jason and Lacee to unpack their recent experience serving at a youth camp. Together, they discuss powerful worship, intentional prayer, authentic confession, students praying for one another, and the incredible ways they witnessed...

What happens when faith meets one of life's hardest battles? In this powerful episode of Kingdom Friends, Tim and Crystal sit down with their dear friend Jennifer to hear the incredible story of her nearly two-year journey through cancer treatment, fear, uncertainty, and ultimately victory. After months of waiting for answers, countless medical appointments, chemotherapy, radiation treatments,...

Two broken people entered a marriage. Then they spent years breaking each other even further. What followed was dysfunction, unmet expectations, infidelity, resentment, and pain that seemed impossible to overcome. The world said divorce. Jesus said redemption. In this powerful testimony, Dave and Leah share how Christ met them in the middle of their brokenness, transformed their hearts, restored t...

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of addiction, suicide attempts, domestic violence, trauma, incarceration, and a police shooting. Listener discretion is advised. While difficult topics are discussed, this episode is ultimately a story of hope, recovery, and redemption through Jesus Christ. In this powerful episode of Kingdom Friends, Paul shares his incredible testimony of overco...

This week on Kingdom Friends, we tackle a conversation many men silently live with but rarely talk about openly: emotional exhaustion, isolation, and mental health. Too many men are taught how to survive, provide, and perform—but never how to process grief, fear, loneliness, rejection, or burnout. Behind phrases like “I’m good” and “I’m fine,” many men are quietly carrying overwhelming emotional w...

This week on Kingdom Friends, we sit down with mental health advocate and author Tabitha Yates, author of Jesus and Therapy: Bridging the Gap Between Faith and Mental Health. In this powerful and honest conversation, Tabitha shares her personal journey through anxiety, depression, church hurt, and healing—and why the church can no longer afford to stay silent about mental health. Together we explo...

Amber shares her raw and inspiring journey through alcoholism, drug addiction, brokenness, and the search for hope. After years of destructive choices and hitting rock bottom, she encountered God in a way that completely transformed her life. In this powerful episode, Amber opens up about addiction, recovery, healing, and the grace that restored her purpose and identity. Today, she serves as a you...

In this powerful episode, Cindy shares her journey of searching for identity through life’s deepest struggles and transformations. From serving as a veteran to navigating through her sexual orientation, Cindy opens up about the questions, pain, and relationships that shaped her story. She talks honestly about brokenness, healing, and the unexpected ways restoration began to happen in her life and...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Shawn as he shares his raw testimony of struggle, loss, and redemption. From battling drug addiction to the heartbreak of having his children taken by CPS, Sean opens up about the lowest moments of his life and the consequences that followed. Raised by his grandparents, Shawn reflects on the challenges of his upbringing and how those e...

In this episode, we focus on what truly shapes a strong, healthy relationship: clarity, alignment, and faith. We break down the difference between priorities, needs, wants, and dreams—and how understanding each of these can change the way you show up for your partner. We talk about how unmet needs versus unspoken wants can create confusion, and why it’s so important to be honest about what truly m...

We’re back! After some time away, we’re excited to jump into a new episode and catch up on everything that’s been happening. In this episode, we talk about a recent church event centered on couples—what made it impactful and some of the moments that really stood out. We also discuss the introduction of new youth leaders and what their presence could mean for the future of the community. Plus, we h...

In this episode, Jason, Tim, and Dennis take an honest look at the motivation behind serving in the church . Are we serving out of obedience and love for God—or for recognition, position, or personal gain? Using Matthew 7:21–23 , the conversation challenges listeners to examine the heart behind their actions, reminding us that doing “church work” isn’t the same as doing the will of the Father. Thi...

Tim, Jason, and Dennis share some real guy time as they talk ministry, leadership, and discipleship. They challenge listeners to reflect on spiritual accountability and ask the question: Are you a Paul, a Barnabas, or a Timothy?

In this episode, we’re talking about the connection between the mind, body, and spirit—and why taking care of all three really matters. From mental and emotional health to physical well-being and spiritual grounding, we explore simple, realistic ways to support your whole self in everyday life. This is an honest, approachable conversation about balance, self-awareness, and building habits that act...

In this episode, Amy and Crystal share how their friendship grew into the Hope and Health Hub and why conversations around mental health and women’s health matter so much in faith spaces. They talk about insights from biblical studies and how those ideas connect to real-life experiences like stress, suffering, healing, and showing up for one another. It’s an honest, down-to-earth conversation abou...

In this episode of Kingdom Friends, Tim, Lacee, and Jason dive into a powerful and often misunderstood truth of the Christian life: “You’re not Jesus — but you’re not powerless.” Together, they confront one of the most common phrases heard among believers — “Yeah, but I’m not Jesus” — and unpack why this statement, while sounding humble, can actually become a subtle excuse that keeps Christians li...

What does it mean to be a youth leader today? In this episode, we dive into the real experiences of youth ministry—building relationships, showing up consistently, and helping kids encounter God in everyday moments. Our guests share stories, struggles, and wins that come with guiding young people as they grow in faith, reminding us just how impactful youth leaders can be in shaping the next genera...

In this episode, Simon shares his journey of obedience—leaving Arizona for Los Angeles to pursue ministry and follow God’s calling. What began as a step of faith into the unknown became a deeper revelation of purpose, not just in ministry work, but within the family. We talk about the challenges, growth, and lessons learned along the way, and how God revealed that true ministry starts at home. Thi...

In this episode, we share the heart behind Kingdom Life , a nonprofit rooted in the teachings and example of Jesus Christ. We talk about what Kingdom Life is, why it exists, and how its mission reflects what it truly means to follow Jesus. Through conversation and reflection, we explore living out faith beyond church walls—serving others, walking in love, and building God’s Kingdom through everyda...

Join your hosts, Crystal and Tim, along with our special guests, Jason and Lacee, as we embark on an exciting journey of friendship and faith! In this inaugural episode, we'll introduce ourselves, share our stories, and discuss what inspired us to create *Kingdom Friends*. Get ready for heartfelt conversations, laughter, and insights on building meaningful relationships within our community. Wheth...